Banfi Brunello Di Montalcino 6 / Case

Description: intense ruby red in color with garnet reflections. Aromas of violets and vanilla with hints of licorice. Velvety palate with tart-cherry flavors and traces of spice. Well structured with supple tannins superb concentration and good acidity. Persistent finish. Brunello di montalcino was italy’s first wine to be accorded docg status a testament to its aristocracy balance and fabulous proclivity for aging. Our banfi brunello di montalcino is a culmination of over two decades of castello banfi’s pioneering research on the clones of sangiovese; with the goal of producing a more outstanding quality brunello. A meticulous grape selection is followed by vinification with skin contact for 10-12 days. Released in the 5th year after harvest the wine is aged for a minimum of 4 years including 2 years in oak barrels of various sizes mainly french oak barriques and partly in slavonian oak casks. Perfect with red meats wild game and aged cheeses. – castello banfi